Man Mo Temple

The Man Mo Temple is a picturesque tribute to the God of Literature
(Man) and the God of War (Mo), both of whom were worshipped by ambitious
students looking to succeed in the civil examinations of Imperial China. These
involved rigorous systems aimed at finding the best administrative officials for
the state.

Built in 1847, this remains the largest Man Mo temple in Hong Kong. To pause for
a moment’s respite under its giant hanging incense coils makes for a pleasant
contrast with the hectic pace of the nearby financial district.

In 1908, the temple was officially entrusted to the Tung Wah Group of Hospitals.
It was listed as a Grade I historic building in 2009 and is preserved as
a Declared Monument.